One dead, suspect in custody after verbal altercation leads to shooting
A 32-year-old man is behind bars charged in the shooting death of a man over the weeken
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Person Injured in Early Morning Hotel Shooting
Early morning hotel shooting in Columbia leaves at least one woman with serious injuries.
"Tebow Time" Ends in Columbia
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - An announced crowd of over 8300 fans filed into Spirit Communications Park on Sunday to say goodbye to the most famous Firefly in the young franchise's history. Hours before the 5:05 p.m.…
Coroner: Saluda River Swimmer's Autopsy Inconclusive
LEXINGTON, SC (WOLO)- Autopsy inconclusive for man who is believed to have drowned in the Saluda River on Sunday. Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher has released the preliminary autopsy findings William John Leeman, 43, of Gaston, who was believed to have drowned in…
Body Found Behind U-Haul Storage Facility in Columbia
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)- The Columbia Police Department is investigation after a body was found behind a U-Haul storage facility on Sunday. Columbia Police say they found the body in the 1000 block of Elmwood Avenue Sunday afternoon. Officers say they…
USC Student Working at AU Found Dead in Peru
COLUMBIA, SC (WJBF)- A University of South Carolina student working through a clinical program at Augusta University is missing in South America. 24-year-old Seth Thomas is on a short-term medical mission in Peru. Friday afternoon, he went on a hike by…
South Carolina Health Officials Find West Nile Virus
BEAUFORT, S.C. (AP) - South Carolina health officials say samples from mosquitoes trapped in Beaufort County have tested positive for the West Nile virus. Entomologist Chris Evans of the state Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) said in a…
2 Women Charged in Concession Stand Burglary
LEXINGTON COUNTY, SC(WOLO)- Two women are facing multiple charges in connection to the burglary of a concession stand at a Pelion sports complex. Brittney McDaniel and Kayla Wallace were arrested Friday morning after a brief pursuit near Cooper Park,…
Two Killed in Early Morning Wrecks on I-20 In Lexington
LEXINGTON COUNTY, SC (WOLO)- Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher has released the identity of the persons killed in two early morning car accidents on I-20 Eastbound on Saturday. Caleb Joseph Metz, 26,…
Victim Identified in Gas Station Shooting on Two Notch Road
RICHLAND COUNTY, SC (WOLO)- The victim of a Saturday morning shooting at a gas station has been identified. Richland County Coroner Gary Watts said, William D. Archie,25, died from a gunshot wound to…
One Lane of Farrow Road Closed for Bridge Repair
RICHLAND, SC (WOLO)--If you plan to travel on Farrow Road, take not of a lane closure. SC DOT crews are doing repair work on part of the bridge. The DOT has closed one lane on the Southbound Farrow Road Bridge.…
Two Arrests Made in Connection with Missing Lexington Woman's Death
LEXINGTON, SC (WOLO)-- Two people are in custody, charged in connection with the death of a missing Lexington woman. Lexington County Deputies say Lee Anthony Corley, 37, faces murder charges in connection with the death of Alena Kennedy. Harriet Leigh…
Coroner Identifies Man Who Drowned in Saluda River
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--The Richland County Coroner has released the identity of the person who died as a result of drowning in the river behind Riverbanks Zoo. Coroner Gary Watts says, Deslin Lamar Mitchell,…
Patrolman Killed in the Line of Duty Honored With Memorial Bridge
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)- Nearly 50 years after a patrolman died in the line of duty, the Department of Public Safety honored him with a bridge. Lawmakers passed a resolution to request the…
Judge Rules Prosecutor Pascoe, Documents To Remain In Quinn's Investigation
[gtxvideo vid='mz3Urwcf' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/mz3Urwcf.jpg' vtitle='PASCOE RULING'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)-- Friday, a local judge ruled on multiple motions related to Rick Quinn’s indictment. "I do not see that the integrity of the judicial system has been compromised," Honorable Judge R. Knox McMahon…
RCSD: Vandal spray painted victim's driveway, slashed tires
A suspect is wanted by the Richland County Sheriff's Department after surveillance video captured the suspect spray painting derogatory language on the victim's driveway.
Workout to Honor Fallen Deputy/Soldier
[gtxvideo vid='otz3F2tX' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/otz3F2tX.jpg' vtitle='Workout to Honor Fallen Deputy/Soldier'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Dozens are set to honor a fallen hero with a workout on the Fourth of July at the State House. Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott is hosting the 5th Annual…
Lexington Police release sketch of suspect wanted for attempted robbery of elderly victim
The Lexington Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying the individual who attempted a strong arm robbery of an elderly victim.
NCSO: Suspects wanted for grand larceny, threw pills from car while leading deputies on chase
Two suspects are behind bars after surveillance video and forensic evidence linked them to the burglary of a Whitmire pharmacy.
Quinn says judge's ruling just minor setback
Rep. Richard Quinn Jr. says a South Carolina judge's decision to reject his request to kick the prosecutor off his case is just the first step to try to clear his name.
Search For Suspected Thieves
Columbia police continue searching for three young men wanted in connection to an armed robbery and car theft.
Former DJJ Supervisor Indicted
A former Supervisor for the State's Juvenile Prison has been indicted after alleged "hog tie" incident.
Kicking Sugar Habits: Health
[gtxvideo vid='Gifdzkg3' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/Gifdzkg3.jpg' vtitle='Kicking Sugar Habits: Health'] CNN-Who doesn't love the sweet taste of sugar, from cookies to candy. But experts say sugar can be bad for your health. But the good news, there are ways to cut the sugar…
Confederate Flag Removed from State House still Sitting in a Box
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - Nearly two years after South Carolina lawmakers promised to publicly display the final Confederate flag removed from Statehouse grounds, the banner still sits in a box in a museum. That's because the Legislature hasn't provided any…
Friends Remember Runner Who Died After Being Struck Near Sunset Boulevard
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)- Family and friends are remembering the life of a Lexington man who they say died doing one of the things he loved to do. An overflow of tributes filled…
